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There are many extremely famous figures in history that lived before the invention of photography. Unfortunately, this means we can’t know for sure what these people looked like, even if we do have sketches, paintings or statues that portray them. The limitation of these media is that they aren’t capable of replicating the exact appearance […]
I see photographers making these five common composition mistakes all the time. It’s part of the learning process and every photographer works their way through it. What common composition mistakes do you see photographers make? Let us know in the comments. 1. Using the rule of thirds all the time There’s nothing wrong with the […]
If you’re interested in improving, or if you’re just looking for a fun activity, why not take on a weekend project? By choosing a specific project for the weekend you can focus on something that will give you a new experience, teach you something new, or improve your skills in a certain area. In this […]
“Landscape photography is the supreme test of the photographer—and often the supreme disappointment.” – Ansel Adams In my opinion, landscape photography is the pursuit of being in the right place at the right time. One of the keys to success for landscape photography is patience. Having said that, there are some small details which are often […]
Photography has entered a whole new world, with remarkable changes in technology in just a few short years. One thing has not changed, however; the camera—not the computer—is still a good photographer’s most important tool. In recent times I have spoken to a few very disgruntled beginners, who had signed up and paid good money […]
You have always wanted to try infrared photography, but you’ve been lead to believe that this can only be done using expensive IR cameras? This article is for you! Read about how you can build yourself a digital IR camera for just a few dollars. Notes to the Reader This article covers some of the […]
Composition is an interesting aspect of photography because there are no absolutes. It’s mostly opinion. Compose an image a certain way and some people will like it, some people won’t. You can argue for hours about why a photo works, or why it doesn’t. But amongst this variation of opinion something interesting occurs. It seems […]
Here are 10 features of your DSLR camera that you should know. They will help improve you as a photographer. 1. Shooting Modes Aperture Priority Mode Aperture Priority Mode lets you control / adjust the aperture while the camera takes charge of determining the shutter speed, based upon the other settings (including the aperture). Adjusting the […]
As a photographer, when I think of spring, I think of new flowers that only bloom once a year: tulips, daffodils, crocus and tree blossoms. Spring is also exciting because it signifies the renewal of nature. Images pop out that get you excited about life and the life of new plants. But the question I […]
With film photography making a comeback, many new generations of photographers are being drawn into it, whether they’re serious about it or just in it to learn a vintage technique. But regardless of whether you’re a seasoned film photographer or someone who’s just getting acquainted with the medium, you’ll find today’s video quite useful. Photographer […]
